West Indies fast bowler Alzarri Joseph has been suspended for two matches for an unauthorized exit from the field at Bridgetown in the third ODI against England, reportedly over a spat with his captain Shai Hope. He could be seen arguing with Hope in the fourth over of England’s innings, though it appears he was upset with where he had been placed in the field. He was the last wicket of Jordan Cox off the fourth ball, and after that, he left his team and returned back to his mark without joining their celebration.
Alazrri Joseph Storms Off The Field After Heated Spat
Joseph then walked off the field at the end of the over without stating anything, leaving West Indies only with ten fielders at the beginning of the fifth over. He came back in the sixth over but did not bowl again until the 12th. Having bowled a few overs, Joseph left the field for the second time for two misfields which led to overthrows and extra runs for England. He later returned to bowl through the middle overs, eventually completing his 10 overs and being left with figures of 2 for 45, having dismissed both Cox and Dan Mousley.
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“Alzarri’s behavior did not align with the core values that Cricket West Indies upholds. Such conduct cannot be overlooked, and we have taken decisive action to ensure the gravity of the situation is fully acknowledged.” said Miles Bascombe, CWI Director of Cricket, while addressing the decision
Alzarri Joseph Issues Public Apology
“I recognize that my passion got the best of me,”
“I have personally apologized to Captain Shai Hope, my teammates and management. I also extend my sincerest apologies to the West Indies fans—I understand that even a brief lapse in judgment can have a far-reaching impact, and I deeply regret any disappointment caused.” as mentioned in press release by Cricket West Indies
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Joseph’s Behaviour Completely “Unacceptable”
Behaviour like that is unacceptable on my cricket field,” Daren Sammy, West Indies’ head coach said to TalkSPORT after play.
“We will be friends…but in the culture I’m trying to build, that’s unacceptable. We will definitely have a chat about that.”
